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Discovery Middle School

601 Woodbury Rd
Orlando, FL 32828
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 787 students in grades 6-8, Discovery Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 787 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 60% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Discovery Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Discovery Middle School's student population of 787 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
787 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
Act well your part; for therein all honor lies.

School Rankings

Discovery Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Middle School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1191 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
68%
52%
51%
52%
60%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
51%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
30%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Discovery Middle School's ranking?
Discovery Middle School is ranked #1191 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Discovery Middle School often compared to?
Discovery Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avalon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Discovery Middle School?
787 students attend Discovery Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Discovery Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Middle School?
Discovery Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Discovery Middle School offer ?
Discovery Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Middle School part of?
Discovery Middle School is part of Orange School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 787 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 60% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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